Bayside Dog Owners Group

UPDATED 11 May 2026 Owning a dog - what is the approximate financial cost? I wrote this initial post in 2017 and have now updated it to reflect 2021, then 2023 and this latest iteration reflects 2026. First you need to get a dog - this can be costly in itself. If you decide to buy a dog from an Australian National Kennel Council (ANKC) Breeder - that is a registered breeder - you will get a pure bred dog and one where its lineage and genetics are monitored. Expect to pay

If I buy a Poodle Cross or other cross breed will I get specific breed characteristics like a low shedding coat?